Boldr BOLDR x NitecorevsSpinnaker Spence 300

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Boldr BOLDR x Nitecore at true scale

BOLDR x Nitecore

Spinnaker Spence 300 at true scale

Spence 300

Diameter

38mm

40mm

Lug-to-Lug

44mm

lowest

48mm

Thickness

12.8mm

11.5mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

300m

highest

MSRP

$449

lowest

$650

Movement

Seiko NH35

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
38mm
40mm
Thickness
12.8mm
11.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
44mm
48mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel
Water Resistance
200m
300m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
The Kraken by BOLDR x Nitecore
Aquamarine
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$449
$650
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

BOLDR x Nitecore

The BOLDR x Nitecore is widely praised as a lightweight, legible, and perfectly sized 38mm field watch with a unique case shape and brilliant lume. Owners highlight the topographical map-inspired dial's fantastic depth, featuring color-matched Old-Radium C3 lume, white and orange accents, and subtle branding. The watch is described as light, durable, and powerfully lumed, with a flat sapphire crystal and AR coating. One owner notes a few tiny scuffs on the case and bezel. Overall, owners rate the BOLDR x Nitecore highly for its unique dial design and excellent lume at the price.

Spinnaker Spence 300

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Spence 300 for its slim 10.9mm case and 40mm diameter, offering a comfortable and versatile wear. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its value, with some seeing it as a budget alternative to more expensive dive watches. The watch features a Seiko NH35 automatic movement and 300m water resistance. However, some community members find the dial printing and bracelet finishing to be less refined, and a few suggest other brands offer better value at similar price points. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Spinnaker Spence 300 highly for its impressive case dimensions and overall value proposition.

From video reviewers

The watch's thin 10.9mm profile for a 300m diver is a key strength. No shared weakness was identified.